Located in the Great Southern region of Western Australia, West Cape Howe is one of the most southerly points, rising some 250 metres above the Southern Ocean. It is thought that the first explorers to the coastline were Dutch seafarers in 1627 aboard their ‘Fluyt’ class vessel “Gulden Zeepaard” (Golden Seahorse). The winery is named after this magnificent landmark. The rugged coastline is home to some stunning beaches and great rock climbing sites.
The Landsdale Vineyard, located just outside the township of Mount Barker, Western Australia, provides WCH with the majority of the fruit. Planted in 1989, the Landsdale Vineyards are some of the most mature in the Great Southern, with some 80 hectares under vine. Premium fruit is also sourced from areas such as Denmark, Albany, Bridgetown and Boyup Brook. Winemaker Gavin Berry, formerly of Plantagenet, joined the team 2 years ago and with concentrated efforts on improving consistency and quality, increasing the range of wine on offer and keeping a keen eye on the market West Cape Howe were awarded a 5 stars by James Halliday in his Wine Companion 2007.